Historical Events
- In an effort to reduce driving deaths, a new law in UK requires drivers and front-seat passengers to wear seatbelts
Famous Birthdays
- James Sutton, British television actor, born in Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom
- Tom Vangeneugden, Belgian swimmer, born in Overpelt, Belgium
Famous Deaths
- Lorraine Ellison, American soul singer ("Stay with Me"; "Try (Just a Little Bit Harder)"), and songwriter, dies of ovarian cancer at 51
1983 Highlights
About January 31, 1983
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 7 months and 24 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Aquarius
Music Charts
#1 Song: Africa - Toto
#1 Song: Down Under - Men At Work
